Conception Bay South, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador

Conception Bay South is a small city in Newfoundland and Labrador with a population of 27,168. Residents earn $94,000 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
27,168 Population 1,178/sq mi density
$94,000 Median Income $54,000 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 15.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$94,000 median income, 11.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$300,000 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,000
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

How Conception Bay South Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population27,168
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density1,178/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$94,000
Per Capita$54,000
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty8.1%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units10,715
Rent Burden15.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQIN/A
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation161 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+26.3%
Graduate+4.3%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Conception Bay South a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Conception Bay South receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Conception Bay South offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Conception Bay South is $94,000, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Conception Bay South is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.3% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Conception Bay South has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches, including 83.4 inches of snow.

Conception Bay South has a population of 27,168 with a density of 1,178 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

27,168
Total Population
2021 Census
1,178
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
23.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Conception Bay South vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg
Other Languages1%

Social Characteristics

Conception Bay South vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Conception Bay South is $94,000, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Conception Bay South vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,000
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Conception Bay South is $300,000, 6% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden15.4%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units10,715

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Conception Bay South vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Conception Bay South vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Conception Bay South has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall83.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area23.1 sq mi (59.7 km²)
Population Density1,178/sq mi
Coordinates47.4999°N, 52.9981°W
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+26.3%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,178/sq mi
Total Area23.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home19.4%

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